Understanding Revisions in Revit
Adding revisions to sheets in Revit is a fundamental task that helps track changes throughout the lifecycle of a project. This guide provides a detailed step-by-step process to effectively add revisions to sheets.
Preparing to Add a Revision
Access the Correct View: Open the Revit project and ensure you are in the view where you want to add the revision. It’s important to select a layout or drawing sheet that is properly set up for your revisions.
- Navigate to the View Tab: Locate the View tab on the Revit ribbon. This tab contains a variety of tools for managing sheet views and their components.
Adding a New Revision
Open the Sheet Issues/Revisions Dialog: Within the View tab, find the Sheet Composition panel and click on the “Sheet Issues/Revisions” option. This opens up the dialog where you can manage revisions.
Create a New Revision: In the opened dialog, click the “Add” button. This will allow you to insert a new revision entry into the list.
- Define Revision Details:
- Numbering: Choose how you want to number the revision—options include Numeric, Alphanumeric, or you can select None if no numbering is required.
- Date: Input the date when the revisions will be applied or the day they are issued for review.
Associating Revisions with Sheets
Set Revisions on Sheets: Within the Sheet Issues/Revisions dialog, locate the “Set Revisions On Sheet” option. This allows you to assign the newly created revision to specific sheets in your project.
Select Appropriate Sheets: After selecting the desired revision, check the boxes next to the sheets that you want the revision to be applied to. This can be multiple sheets if necessary.
- Verify Changes: Open one of the selected sheets and examine the revision schedule. You should see the assigned revision reflected in the schedule, confirming that the addition was successful.
Adding Visualization for Revisions
Implement Revision Clouds: To visually indicate changes, go to the Annotate tab. Here, you will find the Revision Cloud tool. Select it, and then use the drawing tools to encircle areas on the sheet that reflect modifications made in the current revision.
- Insert Revision Tags (Optional): If you want a textual reference for the revision, navigate to the Tag panel in the Annotate tab. Select "Tag By Category" and then click on your revision clouds to assign a tag to each, providing clarity on the alterations made.
FAQ
1. Can I edit a revision after adding it?
Yes, you can edit revision details after they have been added. Simply return to the Sheet Issues/Revisions dialog, select the revision you want to modify, make your changes, and confirm the updates.
2. Is it possible to remove a revision from a sheet?
Absolutely. To remove a revision, go back to the Sheet Issues/Revisions dialog, select the revision you wish to delete, and then click the Delete button. Confirm your choice when prompted.
3. How do I control the visibility of revisions on my sheets?
You can manage visibility by adjusting the properties of the revision clouds and tags. Modify their visibility settings in the view properties, or hide them in specific views if needed.
